PRECAST MANAGER - 55014461
State of Florida, Gainesville, FL, United States
Precast Manager – State Highway Engineer, Office of Materials, Structural Materials, Concrete Materials. Join the Florida Department of Transportation to inspect and analyze precast and prestressed concrete materials.
Salary: $66,355.77 – $85,872.17 annual; Closing date: 04/27/2026.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location: State Materials Office, 5007 NE 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609.
Responsibilities
Inspects prestressed and precast concrete materials in the field during fabrication, construction, maintenance, and design; performs process reviews with district materials offices; provides feedback and proposes solutions.
Determines material compliance with Department requirements; inspects ongoing activities and documentation of materials related testing and inspection; performs forensic analysis of failures and determines root causes.
Develops, revises, reviews, and maintains Department specifications, procedures, manuals, and other documents; collaborates with FHWA, AASHTO, ASTM, and participates in national advisor groups to revise standards.
Supports the Department’s liaison activities with precast concrete industry associations; leads discussions on policy changes and technological advances; assists with statewide industry partnering meetings.
Assists with contract and in‑house research project development and management; identifies research needs, develops scopes, and facilitates implementation of findings.
Performs independent assurance evaluations in accordance with Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide; documents and reports findings.
Knowledge
Concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of precast concrete.
Engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.
Skills
Operating a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Abilities
Use engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
Analyze and interpret engineering data.
Plan, design, evaluate and investigate engineering works and systems.
Apply engineering quantitative techniques.
Monitor and inspect engineering projects.
Solve problems relating to engineering.
Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Communicate engineering information effectively.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Lift 50 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
Prior experience using engineering tools, equipment, and instruments in roadway and bridge construction and/or materials.
Prior experience operating a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and/or database applications.
Prior experience with evaluating concrete precast/prestressed materials.
Special Requirements
PCI (Prestressed Concrete Institute) certifications Level 1 and 2 within the first year; Level 3 within the second year.
Travel required.
Required to respond before, during, and following emergency situations.
Benefits
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
Disabilities
The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation may be provided. Contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the hiring authority in advance.
Veterans' Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Florida supports a drug-free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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Salary: $66,355.77 – $85,872.17 annual; Closing date: 04/27/2026.
Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Location: State Materials Office, 5007 NE 39th Ave., Gainesville, FL 32609.
Responsibilities
Inspects prestressed and precast concrete materials in the field during fabrication, construction, maintenance, and design; performs process reviews with district materials offices; provides feedback and proposes solutions.
Determines material compliance with Department requirements; inspects ongoing activities and documentation of materials related testing and inspection; performs forensic analysis of failures and determines root causes.
Develops, revises, reviews, and maintains Department specifications, procedures, manuals, and other documents; collaborates with FHWA, AASHTO, ASTM, and participates in national advisor groups to revise standards.
Supports the Department’s liaison activities with precast concrete industry associations; leads discussions on policy changes and technological advances; assists with statewide industry partnering meetings.
Assists with contract and in‑house research project development and management; identifies research needs, develops scopes, and facilitates implementation of findings.
Performs independent assurance evaluations in accordance with Department procedures and the Federal Aid Policy Guide; documents and reports findings.
Knowledge
Concepts, terminology, principles, and analytical techniques of precast concrete.
Engineering design, construction, production and/or operations.
Skills
Operating a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and database applications.
Abilities
Use engineering tools, equipment and/or instruments.
Analyze and interpret engineering data.
Plan, design, evaluate and investigate engineering works and systems.
Apply engineering quantitative techniques.
Monitor and inspect engineering projects.
Solve problems relating to engineering.
Plan, organize and coordinate work assignments.
Communicate engineering information effectively.
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.
Lift 50 lbs.
Minimum Qualifications
Prior experience using engineering tools, equipment, and instruments in roadway and bridge construction and/or materials.
Prior experience operating a personal computer for word processing, spreadsheet, and/or database applications.
Prior experience with evaluating concrete precast/prestressed materials.
Special Requirements
PCI (Prestressed Concrete Institute) certifications Level 1 and 2 within the first year; Level 3 within the second year.
Travel required.
Required to respond before, during, and following emergency situations.
Benefits
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid)
$25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid)
Dental, vision and supplemental insurances
State of Florida retirement package
10 paid holidays a year
Generous vacation and sick leave
Career advancement opportunities
Tuition waiver for public college courses
A variety of training opportunities
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
For additional benefit information, visit https://www.mybenefits.myflorida.com/.
Disabilities
The Florida Department of Transportation values and supports employment of individuals with disabilities. Qualified individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. Upon request, reasonable accommodation may be provided. Contact the Florida Department of Transportation’s Human Resources Office at (850) 414-5300 for assistance. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation must notify the hiring authority in advance.
Veterans' Preference
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission.
Drug-Free Workplace
The State of Florida supports a drug-free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.
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